sex worker

noun
UK: /ˈseks ˌwɜː.kər/
US: /ˈseks ˌwɝː.kɚ/

  1. A person who provides sexual services for money.

    1. She is a sex worker in the city center.
    2. The documentary explores the lives and challenges faced by each sex worker.

  2. Someone who earns money by performing sexual acts or providing sexual entertainment.

    1. Many sex worker face social stigma.
    2. Support networks are vital for the health and safety of every sex worker.

Synonyms

prostitute escort

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "sex worker" in English means: A person who provides sexual services for money., Someone who earns money by performing sexual acts or providing sexual entertainment..

The phonetic transcription of "sex worker" is /ˈseks ˌwɜː.kər/ in British English and /ˈseks ˌwɝː.kɚ/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "sex worker": prostitute, escort.

Example usage of "sex worker": "She is a sex worker in the city center.". More examples on the page.